Sailing in the Times of Pandemic

While the current health drama unfolds we’ll do our best to keep this page up to date with news that we feel impacts our readers. Disclaimer: There is no way for it to be comprehensive or completely up to date but we’ll do our best to keep it helpful and as current as possible. If you have news you think we should post email it to [email protected]. We’ll do our best to include given time and resource constraints.

Please heed official guidance and we also feel the advice of the president of French Polynesia is good for all of us: “I invite you all to the utmost rigor in your behavior. Avoid contact, limit travel to what is strictly necessary. Be responsible citizens to prevent the virus from spreading.” Edouard FRITCH, President of French Polynesia.

Latest News and Information

More Events Big and Small Canceled

By Christine Weaver | March 16, 2020 |

News Flash: While we were preparing this update on Monday morning, we learned that the Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show, scheduled for April 16-19 in Richmond, has been canceled.

Getting Away from It All Ain’t What It Used to Be

By John Arndt | March 16, 2020 |

Updates on cruising in Central America and the South Pacific from Andy Turpin of the Pacific Puddle Jump.

Racing in the Times of Pandemic

By Christine Weaver | March 13, 2020 |

“Due to the coronavirus, we are postponing the Great Vallejo Race to October. The safety of our sailors and guests is our first concern.”

COVID-19 Sails Under the Golden Gate Aboard the Grand Princess

By John Arndt | March 9, 2020 |

The Grand Princess ‘sails’ under the Golden Gate.

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Announcements

3/23/20 Denison Yachts will be holding a live, virtual boat show on Friday, March 27th. Learn more here.

3/20/20 Call of the Sea announces suspension of school programs and upcoming charter programs. More here.

3/20/20 West Marine will remain open on a limited schedule. Read details here.

3/19/20 Treasure Island Sailing Center is closed until April 7th. Full details here.

3/19/20 Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show is canceled. Sail America developing some supplemental, virtual alternatives. More to follow.

3/18/20 KKMI reports they are operating under restricted conditions. To learn more read here: https://www.kkmi.com/safety/

3/18/20 OCSC Sailing and Modern Sailing are closed until April 7th.